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Cold Showers vs. Hot Showers: What are the health benefits for surfers?

Whether it’s sunny or rainy, it always feels good to have a shower after a strenuous winter surf session. But, should we get under cold or hot water? Is that really obvious? We all know how good a hot shower feels. Warm water helps us recover our body temperature and truly relaxes our body, no […]

Why are beginner surfboards useful?

Beginner surfboards are a key piece of equipment for learning to surf. Whether you’ve booked a few surf lessons or decided to learn by yourself, the so-called soft-top surfboards are the right tool for the early surfing attempts. There are hundreds of beginner surfboards on the market and, sometimes, finding the ideal equipment can be […]

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How to paddle a SUP

Learn how to make a stand-up paddleboard navigate a straight line across the water, and perform abrupt turns whenever you think it’s necessary. The SUP paddling technique is an essential tool for all disciplines. Whether you’re SUPing for waves, racing or simply cruising, you’ll need to get it right. First-timers in stand-up paddleboard struggle to […]

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Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch unveils a dreamy left-hand wave

Hawaiian Pipeline Master Gerry Lopez has been invited by Kelly Slater to test the new left-hander on offer at Leemore’s Surf Ranch. The Kelly Slater Surf Ranch has been upgraded. It now delivers perfect-peeling left-handers, and what better way to present it to the world than inviting one of the most experienced tube riders in […]

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The definitive guide to buying a new surfboard

Choosing a surfboard can be fun and complex at the same time. Do you know what to consider when choosing a new surfboard? Take a look at the questions you should ask before buying new surfboards. A new surfboard should always be a rational investment decision. Whether you’re about to spend $200 or $1000, you […]

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How to read waves

How do waves break? How will a wave break? It’s one of the most frequent questions in surfing, and you’ll forever learn where to paddle to. Left, right or no-go. Reading waves and the direction they break is one of the most important skills in surfing. Whether you’re a beginner, weekend warrior, intermediate or pro […]

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How to paddle faster for waves

Improving your swim strokes means catching more and better waves. Paddle power is not a technique, rather it is the result of a quality fitness workout. Have you ever felt out of breath in the early minutes of a normal surf session? Are your arms in pain? Don’t worry, you’re definitely not alone in the […]

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